Pocahontas County, Iowa Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Pocahontas County is located in Iowa with a total population of 7,040. It is the 91st most populous county out of 99 in Iowa. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pocahontas County is 43.9 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 10.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pocahontas County is $63,423. This is 13% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 19% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 52% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $93,300. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Pocahontas County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Pocahontas County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.4%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

18.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.4%.